11 Magical Light Displays In DC That Will Simply Mesmerize You This Season

The holiday season is in full swing and there’s nowhere better to experience it than Washington DC. You can experience the joy of the season from themed events and gorgeous light displays. Here are the 11 best holiday light displays that you won’t want to miss this year.

There are millions of Christmas lights spread out throughout the gorgeous Brookside Gardens. Stroll through the different scenes and warm up with hot chocolate inside their visitor center while watching Christmas themed model trains. 1800 Glenallan Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20902

The National Christmas Tree display is one of the most prominent displays in DC and for good reason! In 1978, a 40 foot blue spruce was planted in the Ellipse and every year, it is lit up as a magical scene. Surrounding the tree are 56 smaller trees representing all 50 states and 6 territories. 15th St NW & East Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20500

Lights on the Bay has 70 animated light displays along 2 miles of the Chesapeake Bay. Visitors can enjoy different lighted scenes based on different themes, including historic Annapolis and the North Pole Village.
1100 E College Pkwy, Annapolis, MD 21409